Paper Engineering and Pop-Ups for Dummies

Get creative with paper projects the whole family will enjoy! Are you passionate about paper crafts? This fun, easy-to-follow guide is packed with a wide range of projects that use simple techniques and tools. Step-by-step directions and diagrams show you how to make eye-catching cards, animated models, pop-ups, and much more. Plus, you'll take your paper engineering skills to the next level as you learn to invent your own unique creations! - Unfold the wonders of paper engineering — understand different papers and projects, review the tools of the trade, and set up your workshop - Create classy, crafty greeting cards — choose the right color, make cute cutouts, primp it up with embellishments, and work with decoupage and montage - Make eye-popping pop-ups — from layers and photos to pull tabs, crossfades, and multi-page books, master the techniques - Add life to your paper — explore the fascinating world of paper sculpture and animation through clever cam models, levers, linkages, and more - Draft your own designs and creations — develop your ideas, make the transition from sketch to model, enhance your designs with color, and use your computer to help Open the book and find: - The most popular paper engineering crafts, explained step by step - All the basic concepts and techniques you need - Photos and illustrations to guide you - Tips for perfect model making - Ways to recycle and reuse materials - Tricks for designing with software - Paper crafting mistakes to avoid - Inspiration for creating your own designs

Rob Ives is a renowned paper engineer and paper crafter, having designed everything from mechanical flying pigs to 3-D stars to pop-up holiday cards. He specializes in teaching others how to create their own models by following his succinct step-by-step instructions and diagrams.

Introduction 1 Part I: Introducing the Magic of Paper Engineering 5 Chapter 1: Unfolding the Mystery of Paper Engineering 7 Chapter 2: Paper - The Essential Ingredient 21 Chapter 3: Making Your Paper-Engineering Workshop Work for You 35 Chapter 4: Putting Everything Together: Techniques and Safety Tips 47 Part II: Going Flat Out: Commencing with Creative Paper Crafts 65 Chapter 5: Whipping Up Cards and Flyers, from Classy to Crafty 67 Chapter 6: Making a Pop with Your Pop-up 79 Chapter 7: On the Slide: Moving Along with Tabs and Wheels 99 Chapter 8: Mixing It Up! Pop-ups, Pull Tabs, and Cross-Fades, All in One 117 Part III: Paper Sculpture and Animation: Adding Some 3D Life to Paper 131 Chapter 9: Paper Sculpture: 3D Art from Paper or Card 133 Chapter 10: Lights, Cams, Action! Having Fun with Paper Animations 147 Chapter 11: Getting Past the Limitations of Paper in Your Paper Animations 163 Chapter 12: Using Mechanisms to Bring Models to Life 181 Part IV: Drafting Your Own Designs and Creations 201 Chapter 13: Developing Your Own Designs 203 Chapter 14: Using Technology to Design Your Own Projects 209 Chapter 15: Making Some Extra Moolah by Selling Your Paper Creations 221 Part V: The Part of Tens 229 Chapter 16: Ten Tips for Perfect Paper Projects 231 Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Develop Your Design Skills 235 Index 239